Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

Property class: 2
Beachfront hotel near Frank Brown Park

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A multi-story hotel with balconies, beach umbrellas, and sun loungers.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a view of the ocean in the background.
A beach with white sand and clear blue water. There are several blue umbrellas and wooden lounge chairs arranged in rows.
A balcony with a view of the beach, white chairs, and a table.
A spacious living room with a large brown sofa, a television, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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17255 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL, 32413
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Frank Brown Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pier Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, Kitchen, Beachfront (King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, Kitchen, Beachfront (Queen/Queen)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Across Street - No Beach View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds (Northside, NOT ON BEACH)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite (Penthouse)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible Bathtub, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub Grab Bars, Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Across Street - No Beach View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Northside, NOT ON BEACH)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Panama City Beach

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Panama City Beach hotel, you'll find Museum of Man in the Sea and Pier Park. Frank Brown Park and The Grand Pier Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Museum of Man in the Sea - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Frank Brown Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Pier Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Russell-Fields Pier - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marble Slab Creamery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Back Porch Seafood and Oyster House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kilwins Panama City Beach - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort

Beachfront hotel near Frank Brown Park
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness center, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Panama City Beach hotel.

  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort offers 123 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Panama City Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 14.98 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • In-room coffee
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Palmetto Inn Panama City Beach
Palmetto Inn
Palmetto Panama City Beach
Palmetto Inn And Suites
Palmetto Hotel Panama City Beach
Palmetto Motel Panama City Beach
Palmetto Inn Suites
Palmetto Inn Suites
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel a By the Sea Resort
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort Hotel
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort Panama City Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort to the airport?

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort is 12.5 mi (16-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

As of Oct 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort on Nov 18, 2026 start from CA $56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort.

How close is Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort offer free breakfast?

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort have a pool?

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Does Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort to downtown Panama City Beach?

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort is 5.6 mi away from West Panama City Beach.

Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1392 out of 3036 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 706 out of 3036 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 400 out of 3036 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 235 out of 3036 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 303 out of 3036 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were really nice and helpful our whole stay would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and property were very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front beach view was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine motel good view will return
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and nicest staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was nice
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to the beach 🏖️, excellent location 🏖️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, bug free, great price for a vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome as always…Will definitely be back this our go to…. The big condos are nice but this hotel is perfect for a week away….
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pools and hot tub. Room was clean and nice. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was amazing right on the beach amazing balcony view of the ocean first thing in the morning so relaxing. Staff was amazing and super helpful. Heated pools that stayed open 24hrs hot tubs tiki bar...the room was very spacious and clean.just an all around amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay, location, staff was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience. Staff was great and nobody distracted us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great on our stay definitely would consider booking with them again great view from the balcony!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
The price was great, and the amenities were great. Will book again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Was good for the price & location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first vacation ever after 25 years marriage I had a grand time relaxing on the balcony watching the sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I witnessed the staff interaction with guests as if they were family . Everyone was so nice , friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check in to check out, everything was excellent. The staff was very friendly. The room was spacious and clean. The view was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Best ever reminded us of our getaway THE GODFRY ON THE XAUSEWAY IN TAMPA
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here 30+ years. We miss the mom and pop owners, Rick and Patty, but overall, The Palmetto is still our go-to place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed on the Northside, it was a little dated but still a nice. We were only in the room to sleep. The staff was a amazing very friendly and helpful. Easy access to the beach and the pool. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at this property and we loved that it was convenient to walk to some of the shops nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was decent! Very convenient to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026